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Jean Ann Fausser, roots and connections : East Gallery through November 15.

Jean Ann Fausser East Gallery - July 25 - September 25, 2011
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Jean Ann Fausser
Fluvian by Jean Ann Fausser
Jean Ann Fausser
Roots and Connections
East Gallery through November 15
July 26, 2011
Mixed media fiber artist Jean Ann Fausser is inspired by
connections in both nature and mankind. From oceans,
continents, the solar system and forces of nature to roots
and even DNA, these various forms of connection
comprise a theme that is constant in her art. Fausser says
she finds hope and optimism in focusing on connections
and the fact that all of mankind is connected in the most
basic way as opposed to focusing on the ways we are
disconnected.
Fausser's images echo the natural beauty found in the
work of artists like painter Georgia O'Keefe and
photographer Ansel Adams. But one must see Fausser's
artwork up close and in person to appreciate the layering
of textiles, embroidery, and hand-painted embellishments
that make her works so unique.
For centuries, fiber has been used in art to
create clothing, bedding, and jewelry. Sewing
circles and quilting clubs have steeped the art
form in tradition and in some ways contributed
to fiber art often being considered "women's
work" or "craft." Fausser's artwork challenges
the viewer to rethink this notion by taking a
postmodern approach to her creations as she
fuses traditional techniques with modernist
materials. Fausser uses familiar techniques like
weaving, needlework, and felting along with
contemporary materials such as inkjet printers,
collage, and theater gels to create her intricate
designs. The results are bold, textural images
that sing praise to the beauty found in nature.
Fausser began her career in the arts as a
watercolor painter. She took a detour from the arts and earned a B.A. in English and
continued with graduate study in English as well. While raising three children, she became
the proprietor of a children's bookstore in Tulsa. In the 10 years she owned the bookstore,
she found herself spending less time creating art and more time running a business.
However, all the while, she says she observed and thought about art even though she
wasn't creating it. When the bookstore closed in 1996, Fausser reconnected with her
passion for the arts and enrolled in classes and workshops offered by The Handweavers
League (now called Fiber Artists of Oklahoma). Fausser's talent as a painter has flourished
in the fiber media as it seems she virtually 'paints' with fiber. She also enhances her skills
with new techniques like fabric collages made with hand-dyed fabrics and embellished with
oil pastels and watercolors.
Fausser continues to explore additional
materials and skills involved in creating these
works. She says, "The exploration of new
materials and ideas is what keeps a freshness
and excitement in the act of creating the art for
me."
Capitol Exhibitions
The Capitol is home to four art
galleries, exhibiting works of
current and past Oklahoma
artists.
East Gallery
North Gallery
Governor's Gallery
Betty Price Gallery
About the East Gallery
Located on the first floor of the
Capitol, the East Gallery
features paintings and mixed
media works by current
Oklahoma artists. Exhibits rotate
approximately every 60 days.
Hours:
Weekdays 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Weekends 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (use
west entrance)
The East Gallery is curated by
the Oklahoma Arts Council. For
more information contact Alyson
Moses at 405.521.2931 or
alyson.moses@arts.ok.gov.
Past East Gallery Exhibitions
Selection of Artists for
Exhibition
Upcoming East Gallery
Exhibits
Pamela Husky (Stigler)
December 10, 2012 -
February 10, 2013
Regina Murphy (Oklahoma
City)
February 10 - December 10,
2012
Gina Dowling (Norman)
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Jean Ann Fausser East Gallery - July 25 - September 25, 2011
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Jean Ann Fausser
Fluvian by Jean Ann Fausser
Jean Ann Fausser
Roots and Connections
East Gallery through November 15
July 26, 2011
Mixed media fiber artist Jean Ann Fausser is inspired by
connections in both nature and mankind. From oceans,
continents, the solar system and forces of nature to roots
and even DNA, these various forms of connection
comprise a theme that is constant in her art. Fausser says
she finds hope and optimism in focusing on connections
and the fact that all of mankind is connected in the most
basic way as opposed to focusing on the ways we are
disconnected.
Fausser's images echo the natural beauty found in the
work of artists like painter Georgia O'Keefe and
photographer Ansel Adams. But one must see Fausser's
artwork up close and in person to appreciate the layering
of textiles, embroidery, and hand-painted embellishments
that make her works so unique.
For centuries, fiber has been used in art to
create clothing, bedding, and jewelry. Sewing
circles and quilting clubs have steeped the art
form in tradition and in some ways contributed
to fiber art often being considered "women's
work" or "craft." Fausser's artwork challenges
the viewer to rethink this notion by taking a
postmodern approach to her creations as she
fuses traditional techniques with modernist
materials. Fausser uses familiar techniques like
weaving, needlework, and felting along with
contemporary materials such as inkjet printers,
collage, and theater gels to create her intricate
designs. The results are bold, textural images
that sing praise to the beauty found in nature.
Fausser began her career in the arts as a
watercolor painter. She took a detour from the arts and earned a B.A. in English and
continued with graduate study in English as well. While raising three children, she became
the proprietor of a children's bookstore in Tulsa. In the 10 years she owned the bookstore,
she found herself spending less time creating art and more time running a business.
However, all the while, she says she observed and thought about art even though she
wasn't creating it. When the bookstore closed in 1996, Fausser reconnected with her
passion for the arts and enrolled in classes and workshops offered by The Handweavers
League (now called Fiber Artists of Oklahoma). Fausser's talent as a painter has flourished
in the fiber media as it seems she virtually 'paints' with fiber. She also enhances her skills
with new techniques like fabric collages made with hand-dyed fabrics and embellished with
oil pastels and watercolors.
Fausser continues to explore additional
materials and skills involved in creating these
works. She says, "The exploration of new
materials and ideas is what keeps a freshness
and excitement in the act of creating the art for
me."
Capitol Exhibitions
The Capitol is home to four art
galleries, exhibiting works of
current and past Oklahoma
artists.
East Gallery
North Gallery
Governor's Gallery
Betty Price Gallery
About the East Gallery
Located on the first floor of the
Capitol, the East Gallery
features paintings and mixed
media works by current
Oklahoma artists. Exhibits rotate
approximately every 60 days.
Hours:
Weekdays 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Weekends 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (use
west entrance)
The East Gallery is curated by
the Oklahoma Arts Council. For
more information contact Alyson
Moses at 405.521.2931 or
alyson.moses@arts.ok.gov.
Past East Gallery Exhibitions
Selection of Artists for
Exhibition
Upcoming East Gallery
Exhibits
Pamela Husky (Stigler)
December 10, 2012 -
February 10, 2013
Regina Murphy (Oklahoma
City)
February 10 - December 10,
2012
Gina Dowling (Norman)
About Us Our Programs Grants Arts in Schools Arts in Communities Art at the Capitol Art Networks
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